Service Contracts Officer

1 week ago


Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Longhurst Group Full time

Do you have experience of delivering Grounds Service Contracts?


Are you are interested in joining the Estate Contracts Team? If yes, you could now explore joining us on a 36.25hrs per week basis for a period of up to 15 months.

We are currently interested in individuals who can help us manage our estates and contractors we are seeking an enthusiastic who can deliver consistently high levels of customer care within their designated region.


This role will enable you to successfully deliver a variety of duties which will enable you to have a positive influence on the delivery of our ground's maintenance and cleaning service contracts.

You will be covering various sites in the areas of Northamptonshire and Peterborough, surrounding area.


With variety of work you will help achieve high service levels through carrying out audit inspections, liaising with customers to ensure they are happy with the work provided and escalating any concerns.

In addition you will be able to assist in forecasting and budget control as well as gaining experience of working with asset databases logging complete works.

To build further on the variety in this role you will also assist in carrying out environmental audits and projects, identify and log contract non-conformance and address where necessary.


Your work in this role will directly help us achieve our mission of improving customers lives by helping to provide safe, clean and high-quality service provisions.

This role will require you to drive between sites across Northamptonshire and Rutland.


Ideally you will have a keen eye for detail, some prior contract management experience (or strong stakeholder engagement skills) and be an excellent communicator who can confidently use IT to collate performance information.

While not essential some experience and knowledge of housing associations or working with suppliers would be desirable.

What you receive from us

  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Cover (as part of pension scheme membership)
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Free Eye Tests
  • Investment in your personal development through our extensive learning and development opportunities.
  • Family friendly, carers leave plus other paid leave
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Wellbeing Support
  • Free flu vaccinations
  • Carers Networking Group a platform to support Unpaid Carers

How to apply

Vetting Requirements
Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer).

We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past
5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history.

This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering.

Equal Opportunities


As an equal opportunities' employer, Longhurst Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.


  • Contracts Officer

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    We're looking for a Contracts Officer to join our Strategic Projects business. Our SP business deliver major construction projects of values at least £100M+ across the UK.Location: This role will be aligned with our Rushden Office which serves as Head Office for the business unit, but it can be based from multiple UK offices with the understanding that semi...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions - Healthcare Full time

    Residential Support WorkerWe are recruiting on behalf of our client for a full time Support Worker position within a residential care home for clients with learning disabilities based on Rushden, Northamptonshire.£150 Bonus for successful applicantsContract: Agency initially for first 3 months with potential option to extend or go permanent with the...

  • Service Owner

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Job Title: Service Owner - ERP HR/PayrollLocation: Flexible on location with agile/hybrid workingBusiness Unit: Kier Group ServicesContract: Full time, Permanent. Able to consider part time working and job share.Kier Group is more than a leading construction, property, residential and services group. We're the people who shape the world - continually...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Tate Full time

    Leading British Construction company with an incredible legacy and focus on Employee values has an opening for an Employee Lifeycle Manager, part of their HRSSC (HR Shared Service Centre).The Employee Life Cycle Manager has responsibility for the management of Core Admin, HR Advisory and Transitions (TUPE Admin) teams, ensuring that a first class...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Lovell Full time

    Temporary - 3 Months - Full Time - 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen within our growing Refurbishment business for a Resident Liaison Officer to join a dynamic Partnership team in Rushden, Northamptonshire on a 3 month temporary basis with the possibility of a Permanent position. Reporting to our Refurbishment Manager, you’ll provide an...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Longhurst Group Full time

    Do you want to join a growing Customer Service Team?If you have experience of customer service and are commutable to Boston you've picked a great time to look at Longhurst Group. We are now interested in meeting with individuals who really put the customer at the heart of everything they do with a desire to be part of a busy and vibrant department.We are...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Howells Solutions Full time

    Temporary Administrator**Based in Rushden2 month contract£13-£14 an hour**Are you an experienced Administrator? Do you have impeccable Customer Service skills along with strong admin skills? If so, we may be able to help youHere at Howells, we are working with a leading, social housing contractor to find a successful and proactive Administrator to join...

  • Head of Customer

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Prestige Homeseeker Park & Leisure Homes Full time

    Job AdvertJob SummaryThe Prestige Customer Service Team ensure that our customers receive the very best care following the purchase of their new home. At Prestige, our customers expect their homes to be of the highest standard, and you'll make sure they are, through the effective utilisation of our Internal Finishing and Customer Service teams, and through...

  • HR Administrator

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    We're recruiting for an Administrator on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract to provide administrative support within our Kier Places business function.Location: Rushden, Northamptonshire - remote working available, with occasional travel to the office required.Contract: Fixed Term Contract (6 months), full-time - flexible and part-time hours available if desired,...

  • Business Analyst

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full time

    Business Analyst Job 6 Month Contract Inside IR35 £ a day Rushden ASAP start Remote/Hybrid WorkingYour new companyYou will be working at a leading construction company that prides itself in their diverse roles within infrastructure.**Your new role**You will be working as a business analyst to gather requirements regarding their services and assisting with...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom NFP People Limited Full time

    Digital Marketing LeadAre you an experienced Digital Marketing professional?We are recruiting a Digital Journey Lead to join the Communications and Digital team, to take the lead on helping grow the charity's digital footprint through leveraging every touch point and opportunity to engage, within the digital space.Position: Digital Journey LeadLocation:...

  • Quantity Surveyor

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kenton Black Full time

    Quantity Surveyor Highways / InfrastructureMidlandsI am currently working with a new client in the Highways and Infrastructure Sector. They are currently looking for a QS to join their Midlands region. As a business they are currently going through a sustained period of growth in the market and is looking to grow even more over the next few years.My client...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Lavender Support Services Ltd Full time

    A Home Care Worker role is so much more than undertaking personal care tasks.- Would you like to be in involved in offering a vital care service who value customer care and empowerment, thus ensuring the enablement of people's independence and choices. If so, please continue to read..._We have a variety of vacancies in the NN9 & NN10 and surrounding areas...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Join one of the UK's largest construction companies to lead the talent acquisition team to recruit brilliant people We're looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead our high performing Construction recruitment team. We have an order book of over £10bn and we need someone who can deliver a proactive and future focussed recruitment service...


  • Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Pharmaron Full time

    Job Specification:We offer:- Vibrant and dynamic employment - we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy - our future is strong and exciting- Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself - our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster- A great team where we all support each...

  • Security Guard

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Magister Events Full time

    Hello,We are hiring for a security officer for an indoor leisure park. You will be working from 10:00 until 19:00 (9 hours) each day, with options for weekend shifts.You must have experience/knowledge of safeguarding, hospitality, and fire safety. You must hold an SIA Door Supervisor license.We are looking for smart, friendly, and knowledgeable staff who...

  • Assistant Buyer

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Job Title: Assistant BuyerLocation: Rushden, Northamptonshire. Hybrid working available, min - 2 days per week in the officeBusiness Area: Kier Group ServicesContract: Full-Time, Permanent, able to consider part-timeWe're currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join our Group procurement team to provide a high-quality procurement service across our...

  • Content Manager

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Proximity Recruitment Full time

    Proximity Recruitment are searching for a dynamic Content Manager (up to £45,000 + Bonus + Benefits) to join a thriving, scale up B2B business near Rushden with a true blend of creative copy & content writing and a desire to support the growth of commercial wins within the firm.The role benefits from hybrid working; 3 days in the office, 2 working from...

  • Retail Assistant

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Primark Full time

    Retail AssistantLocation: Primark Rushden LakesSalary: £11.00Employment type: Temporary (contract until 16/09/2023)Job type: Part TimeContracted hours: 20 per weekShift pattern: Monday-Friday shifts including mornings; afternoons; evenings with 1 weekend out of - all will be discussed at interviewWe're Primark - one of the biggest names in fashion retail...

  • Sales Support

    1 week ago


    Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Starting Off Full time

    Main duties will involve: Supporting the sales team with administration duties Being a first point of contact when sales consultants are out of office to ensure customer queries are dealt with in their absence Greeting visitors into the show room Answering phone calls and dealing with initial enquiries Chasing documents from customers and suppliersPerson...